Nurse-led training program for managing diabetic foot care
The Effect of Nurse-Led Diabetic Foot Self-Management Training Program on Diabetic Foot Knowledge, Foot Care Behavior, and Self-Efficacy Levels in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Randomized Controlled Study
This study is testing a training program led by nurses to help people with type 2 diabetes learn better foot care and healthy habits to prevent foot problems.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 50 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Hacettepe University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Ankara) |
| Trial ID | NCT05974592 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the impact of a nurse-led diabetic foot self-management training program on patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. The program focuses on educating patients about foot care, nutrition, and exercise practices to prevent diabetic foot complications. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive training aimed at improving their knowledge, self-efficacy, and foot care behaviors. Data will be analyzed using various statistical methods to assess the effectiveness of the intervention.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older with type 2 diabetes for at least one year and an HbA1C level of 7.5% or below.
Not a fit: Patients with advanced diabetic complications or a confirmed diabetic foot diagnosis may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve foot care practices and reduce the incidence of diabetic foot complications in patients with type 2 diabetes.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown positive outcomes with similar educational interventions for diabetic foot care, indicating potential for success.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * 18 years and older * Having Type 2 DM for 1 year or more, * HbA1C level of 7.5% and below, * Not using insulin therapy, * Able to use WhatsApp himself or his relatives * Individuals who volunteer to participate in the research will be included in the research. Exclusion Criteria: * Pregnant or having a pregnancy plan, * Mental or cognitive impairment * Having a diabetic foot diagnosis confirmed by a physician, * Individuals with advanced complications (retinopathy, nephropathy, peripheral arterial disease, etc.) associated with DM diagnosed by a physician
Where this trial is running
Ankara
- Hacettepe University — Ankara, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Ayşe Arıkan Dönmez
- Email: aysearikan8585@gmail.com
- Phone: +903123051580
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.